Meet our staff:
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Jeff Tatay Program Director Business Development & Marketing (DPDC) MA in Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming MFA in Creative Writing, University of Wyoming BA in English, Indiana University CF in International Studies, Indiana University (9+ years at LEAF & DPDC) Jeff is a licensed childcare provider in the state of Wyoming, the program director at LEAF, and the business development & marketing coordinator and Developmental Center. He holds a master’s in Creative Writing and Environment and Natural Resources from University of Wyoming. His undergraduate degrees are in English, Spanish Language, and International Studies from Indiana University. Jeff is interested in literacy, dual-language, social-emotional learning, and is a curious, life-long learner who loves working with kids, reading, and making art. Jeff lives with his wife and son in Laramie and enjoys hiking, birding, fishing, snowboarding, filmmaking, writing, reading, and photography. Above all, he finds great fulfillment in his service to the health and well-being of the families and children at LEAF and DPDC. Bree Johnson
Assistant Coordinator Classroom Teacher B.A in Elementary Education (2 Years) Bree was raised in Big Springs, Nebraska. She focuses on building strong, trusting relationships with students and their families and believes that a safe, welcoming environment is essential for learning. Bree has always had a heart for working with children and making a positive impact in their lives. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, playing guitar, spending time with her dog Velma, and volunteering at a horse rescue. Gaten Jolley
Classroom Teacher Gaten is from Worland Wyoming and has spent the last 5 years living in Laramie. He started working as a classroom teacher at LEAF during our summer program in 2023 and loved every minute of it. He is now the lead teacher in the Eagles classroom and is looking forward to all the fun and exciting activities he has planned for the kids this school year. Some of his hobbies include golfing, fishing, watching Marvel movies, going to the gym, and spending time with his family and friends. Gaten’s goals in the classroom are to make it a space where the students can express themselves freely, feel safe, build on prior knowledge, and learn through hands-on experiences. Helping his mom raise his little sister and niece, he was able to teach them skills that they still use today like reading, drawing, and writing.
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